Things To Do and Dates To Remember Throughout Durham Region and The GTA For The Upcoming Week

By Brian Kondo

Friday, February 21, 2025

Things To Do and Dates To Remember Throughout Durham Region and The GTA For The Upcoming Week
 

FRI FEB 21, 2025
(10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

SAT FEB 22, 2025
(10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

SUN FEB 23, 2025
(10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

The Outdoor Adventure Show

outdoor

OVER 320 EXHIBITORS offering the latest camping gear, paddle sports, outdoor
clothing, scuba diving & ultimate adventure travel destinations!

The International Centre

6900 Airport Rd
MISSISSAUGA ON


(For more info go to: outdooradventureshow.ca )

 

Show Hours

February 22; 10:30am-9pm

February 23; 10:30am-6pm

2025 Canadian International AutoShow

autoshow

Canadas Total Automotive Experience returns Feb 14 to 23 2025.

From classics to exotics, and from off-roading experiences to hands-on test drives. The 2025 Canadian International AutoShow offers an unparalleled list of feature exhibits.


Metro Toronto Convention Centre

North Building
255 Front Street West
TORONTO ON

and


North and South Building

222 Bremner Blvd
TORONTO ON


(For more info go to: www.mtccc.com and www.mtccc.com)

 

SUN FEB 22, 2025
(10 a.m. - 11 a.m.)

African Dance Class
 

Discover the joy of African dance! In this fun, carefree class at Parkwood Estate, you’ll connect with African culture and explore both traditional and modern rhythms, movements, and music from all across Africa. Beginners welcome, no previous dance experience required.
For the best class experience, we encourage you to wear comfortable clothes that will let you move and groove and either sport running shoes or go barefoot - the choice is yours!
We're Fit and Dance Dimensions, a Durham-based dance studio that loves helping you find yourself as an artist and achieve your personal dance goals. We believe that dance is a profound artistic language that intertwines creativity and self-expression. Through our classes, we help you find your style, feel the music, and have fun dancing, no matter what music is playing. We'd love for you to join us!
This is a 16+ event.

Parkwood Estate National Historic Site

270 Simcoe Street N
OSHAWA ON


(For more info go to: www.facebook.com )

 


SAT FEB 22, 2025
(10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

SUN FEB 23, 2025
(10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Modern Bride Wedding Show

outdoor

Imagine an intimate wedding show, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to immerse yourself in the newest bridal trends.
From talented consultants, photographers, decorators and cake designers, the Modern Bride Wedding Show is the place to discover top vendors.
Don't miss the exclusive show-only specials, deals, and discounts.
Seize this opportunity to plan your wedding all in one place.

The International Centre

6900 Airport Rd
MISSISSAUGA ON


(For more info go to: modernbrideweddingshow.com )

 


FRI FEB 21, 2025
(9 a.m. - 9 p.m.)

SAT FEB 22, 2025
(9 a.m. - 8 p.m.)

SUN FEB 23, 2025
(9 a.m. - 6 p.m.)

Luxury Brand Outerwear Warehouse Sale - Toronto 2025

outdoor

The International Centre

6900 Airport Rd
MISSISSAUGA ON


(For more info go to: www.internationalcentre.com)

 
THU FEB 27, 2025
(10 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

FRI FEB 28, 2025
(10 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

SAT MAR 1, 2025
(10 a.m. - 7 p.m.)

SUN MAR 2, 2025
(10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Toronto Spring Camping & RV Show - The Big ONE

Toronto Spring Camping & RV Show - The Big ONE

The Canadian RV Manufacturers Association (CRVA) has joined with the largest RV dealers in Ontario to offer the best deals on over 450 RVs for sale for every budget!

Come learn about the RV & Camping Lifestyle and talk directly to Manufacturer Representatives about the right Recreation Vehicle for your family and shop for your Camping and RV Accessories in our huge 15,000 sq foot marketplace!

Make sure to mark your calendars for the RV event of the year!

The International Centre

6900 Airport Rd
MISSISSAUGA ON


(For more info go to: www.internationalcentre.com )

 
THU FEB 27, 2025
(7 p.m.)


FRI FEB 28, 2025
(7 p.m.)


SAT MAR 1, 2025
(7 p.m.)

 

Wavelength Winter Festival 2025

Wavelength celebrates 25 years of musical independence with our Winter Festival 2025. In honour of our silver anniversary, we’re ringing in the new year with three incredible nights of programming at St. Anne’s Parish, which is now the home base for our programming. 

Winter Fest 2025 is not just a celebration for us, but for long-time supporters and the Toronto music community who have watched us grow from a weekly Sunday night club-show series in 2000 to the non-profit multi-format platform we are today. 25 is a special birthday for us and we can’t wait to have you join us for this year’s festivities. 

Featuring returning Wavelength staples and emerging underground talent, each night on this year’s lineup is stacked from head to toe, bringing together diverse underground music genres, from indie and punk to hip-hop and experimental.

We start things off on night one with an evening themed around hip-hop artist/activist pHoenix Pagliacci’s latest album Dichotomy. In addition to a performance from pHoenix, the rest of the lineup will feature sets by artists who guested on the album, including gothic post-punk drone sisters Bonnie Trash, raucous Afro-punk trio The OBGms, and DJ sets from everyone’s favorite “bedroom rapper”/Wavelength favourite Cadence Weapon. The evening will kick off with a cross-cultural improv collaboration from Gurpreet + Truss. 

Friday night’s lineup (night two) will feature two floors of amazing guitar bands across a range of 21st century indie music styles. Upstairs will feature swoony dream-pop band Tallies, Montreal indie folk crooner Alex Nicol, and Toronto’s buzzy, jangly indie pop crew Ducks LTD. Downstairs features music from garage punk outlaws Priors, new wave tinged indie-pop project Essie Watts, and the return of Controller. Controller, a band whose infectious dance-punk sound left a mark on the 2000s.  All-vinyl DJ sets from the always amazing SadStab. 

And finally on night three, we conclude Winter Fest 2025 with two massive lineups both upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs will have music by Montreal shoegazers Bodywash, Anishnaabe indie-rock duo Ombiigizi, and the incomparable musical genius Owen Pallett. Downstairs will feature ambient songstress Erika Angell, funk, synth-pop superstar Jane Inc. and coming all the way from the UK, enchanting electro-pop artist Mui Zyu. DJ sets from queer dancefloor lovers Precious Jewel. 

St. Anne's Place

651 Dufferin St
TORONTO ON

(For more info go to: www.wavelengthmusic.ca )

 



WED FEB 26, 2025
(7 p.m.)

EXPLORING NOLLYWOOD – A BLACK HISTORY MONTH

nollywood

In honor of Black History Month, we invite you to dive into the world of Nollywood, regardless of whether you're a seasoned fan or new to vibrant film industry. Explore the rich history, global impact, and exciting future of Nollywood. The event will include live musical performances, a facilitated discussion about the Nollywood industry between Dr. Godwin Simon and Dr. Wesley Crichlow, and a film screening of the movie Conversations in Transit. This event is hosted in partnership with the City of Oshawa, Ontario Tech University Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, and Ontario Tech Student Life. The film is supplied by Circuit TV.

Regent Theatre Ontario Tech

50 King St E
OSHAWA ON


(For more info go to: regenttheatre.ca)

 

FRI FEB 28, 2025
(5p.m. - 8 p.m.)

February Sip N' Shop

Join us for our second Sip N' Shop, happening on the last Friday of every month. With a curated selection of vendors, delicious treats & drinks, it'll be a night you don't want to miss!

Here's a look at the vendors joining us: Nutrition with Angela, Y&C Creations, Mmm... Good Cookies, Glitter This, Nick Legate, Sweet Knits, Pure Bliss, Ammicala Creations, Earthmother Microgreens, In A Mood, henna by Henna Yasir Art and tarot readings by Mrs. Magick.

62 King Street West
BOWMANVILLE ON


(For more info go to: www.marketsontario.ca )

 

Friday February 21 from 7:00 pm - to Midnight

 

Friday February 28 from 7:00 pm - to Midnight

Friday March 7 from 7:00 pm - to Midnight

Country Night at Trail Hub

Yeehaw! Grab your cowboy and cowgirl boots and join us for an incredible evening of country music, dancing, and mouthwatering food at the Trail Hub’s Country Night event.


Enercare Centre

722 Chalk Lake Rd
UXBRIDGE ON


(For more info go to: www.trailhub.ca )

 
FRI FEB 21, 2025 
(12:00 noon to midnight)


SAT FEB 22, 2025
(12:00 noon to midnight)


SUN FEB 23, 2025
(12:00 noon to midnight)

Sweet City Fest

 

 A Celebration of All Things Sweet! 

Ready for the ultimate celebration of all things sweet? Sweet City Fest is taking over STACKT market for 13 days of love, fun, and deliciousness. Dropping just in time for Valentine’s Day and Family Day, we’ve got something special lined up for everyone — couples, families, friends, and dessert lovers alike.

Here’s what to expect:
– Live Music & Entertainment:  Catch amazing performances from music to magic.
– Workshops & Experiences: Learn chocolate-making and other sweet skills.
– Vendor Markets: Browse an array of vendors offering sweet treats, including a Sweet City Fest Vendor Village in partnership with Collective Society 360 that will be dedicated to Black History Month featuring 10+ local vendors.
– IG-worthy Installations: Stroll through the dreamy Tunnel of Love or snap pics by the glowing Giant Light Cube.
– Valentine’s and Family Day Specials: Explore exclusive offerings in the marketplace for the perfect indulgence, including a special Valentine’s dining experience in our Speakeasy Whiskey Bar.

Whether you’re celebrating love, family, or your sweet tooth, Sweet City Fest is the place to be. Don’t miss the tastiest event of the season. 

Dates: Feb 21 – 23, 2025
Location: STACKT market, 28 Bathurst St 

Come for the sweets, stay for the vibes. 

STACKT market

28 Bathurst St,
TORONTO ON


(For more info go to: stacktmarket.com )

 
FRI FEB 21, 2025 - SUN FEB 23, 2025 -

(11 a.m to 10 p.m. each day)


 

Pre-Ramadan Exhibition 2025


6991 Millcreek Drive
MISSISSAUGA ON


(For more info go to: www.eventbrite.com)

 
SAT FEB 22, 2025
(8 p.m.)

ONTARIO PHILHARMONIC - FRANZ LISZT RESONATES WITH ZEE ZEE



PROGRAM 4 - 2024-2025 - Soloists Series

FLAMBOYANT FRANZ LISZT RESONATES WITH ZEE ZEE

1st prize at China's 1st International Piano Concerto Competition, one of the most sought-after young artists of her generation, remarkable pianist Zee Zee visits OP for the first time, performing a piano warhorse: Liszt’s dizzying 2nd Piano Concerto. One of Maestro Marco Parisotto’s most beloved symphonists, Anton Bruckner, is on the menu in celebration of his 200th Anniversary: A Bruckner symphony always promises to be a very distinct event.

Regent Theatre Ontario Tech

50 King St E
OSHAWA ON

(For more info go to: regenttheatre.ca )

 



FRI FEB 21, 2025
(7 p.m. - 10 p.m.)

Pre-Teen Social Event: Glow in the Dark Party

City of Pickering: Pre-teen Social Event for grades 5 - 8 only

Get ready to light up the night with a fun-filled event bursting with dazzling colors, great beats, and an unforgettable vibe! Dance under the black lights, enjoy exciting games and challenges, and groove to our live DJ spinning the latest hits! Plus, we have a photo booth AND awesome prizes. Tickets are limited.

George Ashe Community Centre

470 Kingston Road
PICKERING ON


(For more info go to: www.durhamregion.com/ )

 
FRI FEB 21, 2025
(2 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

SAT FEB 22, 2025
(2 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

SUN FEB 23, 2025
(2 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

 

Oshawa - Galaxy Psychic & Crystal Fair

galaxy

Ryan will be doing off-road demo rides on the powerful BMW R1300GS, showcasing what it’s like to push the limits of adventure.
Don’t miss your chance to see a true pro in action! Catch the excitement in the ADV Showcase!

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #43

471 Simcoe St. South
OSHAWA ON

(For more info go to: www.durhamregion.com/ )

 
FRI FEB 21, 2025
(5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.)

SAT FEB 22, 2025
(5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.)

SUN FEB 23, 2025
(5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.)

MON FEB 24, 2025
(5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.)

TUE FEB 25, 2025
(5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.)

Central East - Whitby - Cooking Program (7 yrs+)

children cooking

Are you ready to prepare international dishes? Participants will travel all around the world to enhance their cooking skills and expand their tasting pallet. Grab your chef's hat and apron because the plane is ready for takeoff! Participants take a global trek across the world and dive into different cultures through exploring their culinary worlds. Participants learn how to respectfully and tastefully compliment and indulge in different cultures through fun, delicious and informative recipes. Our culinary instructors are experts in their craft, committed to delivering the best learning experience. With extensive backgrounds in the food industry, each instructor brings years of hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of various cooking methods and delicious recipes. Each class will consist of an introduction, cooking, and eating the meal you prepared together. Registration is required. This program is for autistic individuals 7 yrs+. This is not a transfer of care program. Parents are required to stay onsite and assist as required. Dates: Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 5:30 PM Location: IDEA Lab Kids, 72 Baldwin St N #202, Whitby, ON Cost: $25.00/person. Once registered and paid, refunds will not be given. Please note that we strive to offer tickets to as many families as possible, but tickets are limited. If, for any reason, you are registered and can no longer attend, please let us know so we can share those tickets with other families. 

IDEA Lab Kids

72 Baldwin St N #202
WHITBY ON

(For more info go to: www.durhamregion.com/ )

 

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UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER:

Evening of Fri, Feb 28, 2025 – Sat, Mar 29, 2025

RAMADAN

Celebrating Ramadan in Canada involves observing the Islamic holy month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Muslims in Canada fast from dawn until sunset, refraining from food, drink, and other physical needs. The month is marked by increased worship, prayer (especially the Taraweeh prayers), and giving to charity. Iftar (the meal to break the fast) is often shared with family and friends, and special events may be held at mosques and community centers. Muslims also celebrate Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan with prayers, feasts, and festivities.

 
SAT MAR 8, 2025

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!

International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8th each year, is a global event recognizing the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a call to action for gender equality and women's rights. The day is marked by various events, including rallies, discussions, and performances, highlighting women's contributions and advocating for progress in gender equality worldwide. Each year, International Women's Day is centered around a specific theme to raise awareness and drive change.

 
MON MAR 10, 2025

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FRI MAR 14, 2025

MARCH BREAK

In Ontario, Canada, School March Break (often referred to as Spring Break) is a scheduled one-week break during the month of March. It is a holiday for elementary and secondary school students, typically taking place in the middle of the month. This break provides students and staff a short respite from schoolwork and classes, and it is a time for families to go on vacation, relax, or engage in leisure activities.

The dates for the March Break vary slightly each year depending on the school board, but it usually falls around the second or third week of March. During this time, many families in Ontario take advantage of the break to travel, enjoy winter or early spring activities, or spend time together.

It’s important to note that some school boards may have different schedules, so it’s always a good idea to check with the local school or district to confirm specific dates.


March Break (Mon Mar. 10, 2025 to Fri Mar. 14, 2025 )


To help you plan for the upcoming March Break, you can click the links below to see what activities you can register for. Please note that some activities may require a fee.


www.ajax.ca
www.ajaxlibrary.ca
www.aimgymnastics.ca
www.opg.com
www.artsonfire.ca
www.apm.activecommunities.com
www.pickering.ca
www.cal.pickering library.ca
www.durhamregion.com
www.artsunleashed.ca
www.pickeringathleticcentre.com
www.activeKids.com
www.gbtc.com (great big theatre co.)
www.whitby.ca
www.whitbycurlingclub.com
www.oshawa.ca
www.earthboundKids.ca
www.destinationontario.com
www.toronto.ca
www.clarington.net
www.cplma.ca (clarington library, museums)


 

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